Palolem Beach
This stretch of white sand dominates the southern coast of Goa. Until a few years back, it was among the virgin beaches of Goa. However, it couldn't escape from the eyes of the tourists. Although a few developments have taken place, the beach still has a soothing aura to it. A large area of the beach now accommodates a lot of small shacks that taper off as you move towards the south. At the northern end of the beach is a fresh water stream. Across this stream is a tiny, undeveloped island that can be accessed by just swimming across during low tide. However, it is not very safe to do so during high tide.
Located at the West of Chaudi in South Goa, Palolem Beach is dominated by white sand and soothing ambiance. Best known as one of the virgin shorelines of Goa, the excellent time to visit Palolem Beach is from November to March.
Also known as Paradise Beach, Palolem, houses lot of shacks that offers local alcoholic beverages and mouthwatering local cuisines. At the northern side of the shorelines is a bright water tributary that has tiny undeveloped isle across it safe for swimming during the low tide. The beach is about a mile long in length and offers privacy and pleasant landscape.
Also known as Paradise Beach, Palolem, houses lot of shacks that offers local alcoholic beverages and mouthwatering local cuisines. At the northern side of the shorelines is a bright water tributary that has tiny undeveloped isle across it safe for swimming during the low tide. The beach is about a mile long in length and offers privacy and pleasant landscape.
The other attractions on this beach are the Dolphin cruises and the fishing
trips. These are offered at quite a reasonable rate making your holidays a
memorable one. And though there are a couple of money exchange centres, Palolem
does not have any banks.
The extended Palolem Beach is completely filled with huts, restaurants and some live music playing at the backdrop. You can indulge in Dolphin spotting cruises and fishing excursions that are available at reasonable price.
You can also get around on bicycles, Mopeds, Taxis or rickshaws that can be rented from the main road. Day excursions can be availed through the travel agencies in Goa. However, exploring Palolem Beach on foot is the best option. At the south of the beach is the striking Columb Bay where you can stay in a luxurious yet ecological ambiance. A few kilometers away is the Patnem beach which is calmer than Palolem and has selective lodges and shacks.
You can also enjoy the boat ride in the waterway joining the ocean on the northern side of the Palolem shoreline.
The extended Palolem Beach is completely filled with huts, restaurants and some live music playing at the backdrop. You can indulge in Dolphin spotting cruises and fishing excursions that are available at reasonable price.
You can also get around on bicycles, Mopeds, Taxis or rickshaws that can be rented from the main road. Day excursions can be availed through the travel agencies in Goa. However, exploring Palolem Beach on foot is the best option. At the south of the beach is the striking Columb Bay where you can stay in a luxurious yet ecological ambiance. A few kilometers away is the Patnem beach which is calmer than Palolem and has selective lodges and shacks.
You can also enjoy the boat ride in the waterway joining the ocean on the northern side of the Palolem shoreline.
Eating out
Eating out in Palolem Beach is an out an out experience. The cuisines are completely westernized. Domestic business is chiefly tourism and fishing, so it can be assured that your fish supper is fresh from the sea. Some of the best places to eat out in Palolem are Cool Breeze, Sameer Restaurant, Smugglers Inn and Magic Italy. These places provide everything ranging from Spinach pizzas to various chicken preparations, local food to bacon sandwiches and fish sizzlers to bangers, etc.
Eating out in Palolem Beach is an out an out experience. The cuisines are completely westernized. Domestic business is chiefly tourism and fishing, so it can be assured that your fish supper is fresh from the sea. Some of the best places to eat out in Palolem are Cool Breeze, Sameer Restaurant, Smugglers Inn and Magic Italy. These places provide everything ranging from Spinach pizzas to various chicken preparations, local food to bacon sandwiches and fish sizzlers to bangers, etc.
The closest railway station is at Canacona, which is just 3 kilometres away
from Palolem. There are also a lot of buses that ply from Margao to Canacona.
From there on taxis and local buses are easily available.
The best way to reach Palolem Beach is to board a train or to save time you can also book flight tickets to Margao. Take the state government authorized cabs that are available from Margao railway station and also from Dabolim airport at Vasco da Gama.
On the other hand, you can also drive down from Canacona, which is the nearest railway station to Palolem. Travelers can also board a State Transport permitted Bus from Bus Stand at Margao to the beach.
The best way to reach Palolem Beach is to board a train or to save time you can also book flight tickets to Margao. Take the state government authorized cabs that are available from Margao railway station and also from Dabolim airport at Vasco da Gama.
On the other hand, you can also drive down from Canacona, which is the nearest railway station to Palolem. Travelers can also board a State Transport permitted Bus from Bus Stand at Margao to the beach.